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EX05 UBN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,453 mi
Last recorded109,453 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 UBN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 109,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre side wall out of shape requires internal inspection

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 95,607 miles

All tyres deteriorating

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside mirror glass missing

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear sill damaged

Rear brakes noisy

Undertrays & covers fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2016 89,257 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 87,740 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 80,090 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 77,267 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 64,708 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 54,053 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 54,053 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 46,921 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 46,921 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 36,420 miles

offside and nearside front tyres getting low on tread

Fail 18 Feb 2009 36,420 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside and nearside front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 7 Mar 2008 26,382 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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EX05 UBN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 71,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX05 UBN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EX05 UBN registered?

EX05 UBN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is EX05 UBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 UBN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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